Kookaburra Holiday Park – Cardwell

Kookaburra Holiday Park is a tranquil and spacious tropical haven for travellers, ideally located on the Bruce Highway at the entrance to the scenic coastal town of Cardwell. This park is particularly famous as a bird-lover’s paradise, set amongst acres of beautiful, mature trees and adjacent to protected wetlands, attracting an incredible diversity of birdlife right to your doorstep. The park offers a relaxed and friendly atmosphere with a wide array of accommodation, from huge, grassy powered and unpowered sites that can easily accommodate the largest rigs, to a variety of clean and comfortable cabins. A major highlight is the large, resort-style swimming pool, providing a perfect escape from the tropical heat. The park is renowned for its clean, well-maintained facilities, including a large camp kitchen, numerous barbecue areas, and a laundry. The park is also very pet-friendly, making it a popular choice for those travelling with their animal companions. Its prime location makes it the perfect basecamp for exploring the natural wonders of the Cassowary Coast. Visitors are just minutes from the stunning Cardwell Spa Pool, the majestic Murray Falls, and the rugged Hinchinbrook Channel. For a peaceful, comfortable, and nature-filled stay with easy access to all of the region’s attractions, Kookaburra Holiday Park is an outstanding choice.

Site Information

• Location: On the Bruce Highway at the southern entrance to Cardwell.
• Site Suitable For: Tents, camper trailers, caravans, and motorhomes of all sizes.
• Road Access: Sealed highway.
• Site Surface: Large, grassy sites.
• Camping Permitted: Yes, this is a paid holiday park. Bookings are recommended.
• Maximum Overnight Stays: Check with management when booking.
• Number of Powered Sites: A large number of powered sites are available.
• Number of Un-powered Sites: A good number of unpowered sites are available.
• Facilities: Swimming pool, toilets, hot showers, camp kitchen, laundry, BBQs, tour desk, dump point.
• Picnic Tables: Yes, available in common areas.
• Potable Water: Yes, available at sites.
• Mobile Phone Coverage: Excellent for all major carriers.
• TV Reception: Excellent.
• Onsite Public Toilets: Yes.
• Ullage: Dump point available onsite.
• Rubbish Bins: Yes.
• Open Fires: Prohibited.
• Generator Use: Prohibited.
• Number of Sites Available: Numerous defined sites.
• Essentials to Bring: Standard camping gear, swimwear, binoculars for birdwatching.
• Pet Friendly: Yes, the park is very pet-friendly. Check with management for any conditions.
• Fishing: Yes, excellent fishing from the Cardwell Jetty and local creeks.
• Short Walks: Excellent walking paths around the park and into the adjacent wetlands.

Local Amenities

Being located in the town of Cardwell, all amenities are a very short drive away.

• Local Pubs:
  • Marine Hotel Motel (approx. 1 km)
• Places to Eat:
  • Numerous cafes, fish and chip shops, and the local pub are all within a short drive or pleasant walk.
• Local Attractions:
  • Cardwell Spa Pool
  • Attie Creek Falls
  • Cardwell Forest Drive
  • Hinchinbrook Island Lookout
• Nearest Caravan Parks:
  • This is a major caravan park. Other options include Cardwell Van Park and Cardwell Beachcomber.
• Next Free Camps:
  • Cardwell Park Rest Area (24hr, on the beachfront, approx. 1.5 km)
  • Bilyana Free Camp (24hr, approx. 30 km south)
• Nearest Dump Points:
  • A dump point is available onsite for guests. A public one is also in Cardwell.
• Nearest Petrol Station:
  • Multiple service stations are located within 2 km.
• Drinking Water Resupply:
  • Available onsite.
• Public Toilets:
  • Available onsite.

Seasonal Weather Forecast

Cardwell is in the heart of the Wet Tropics and has a distinct wet and dry season. Be aware of stingers in the ocean during the warmer months (Nov-May).